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Dr. Christos A. Makridis is the CEO and Founder of CM Culture Management and COO of Living Opera, where he combines his expertise in organizational strategy and creative leadership to drive innovation and artistic excellence. A renowned economics and culture scholar, he holds dual doctorates in economics and management science & engineering from Stanford University and has authored over 90 peer-reviewed articles. In addition to his leadership roles, Christos serves as an Associate Research Professor at Arizona State University and holds affiliations with the Complexity Science Hub in Vienna and Stanford University’s Digital Economy Lab. Christos’s academic research spans labor economics, the digital economy, and well-being, and he frequently contributes to leading media outlets. His broad expertise bridges technology, policy, and culture, making him a vital force in shaping the future of the creative industries.